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Klondike Outfitters store, Cordova Street, Vancouver 1897 (b / w photo)
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Klondike Outfitters store, Cordova Street, Vancouver 1897 (b / w photo)
PNP245986 Klondike Outfitters store, Cordova Street, Vancouver 1897 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: during the Klondike Gold Rush (1897-98); ); Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23210152
© Peter Newark Western Americana / Bridgeman Images
Equipment Group Portrait Miners Mining Outfitter Porch Prospector Prospectors America Continent Canadians
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This photograph takes us back to the bustling streets of Vancouver in 1897 during the Klondike Gold Rush. The image showcases the iconic Klondike Outfitters store on Cordova Street, a hub for eager prospectors seeking their fortune in the harsh Canadian wilderness. The storefront stands proudly, its wooden porch adorned with various equipment and clothing essential for surviving the treacherous conditions of gold mining. A group of rugged male miners gather outside, forming a fascinating group portrait that reflects the diverse community drawn to this lucrative opportunity. The frigid cold is palpable as you gaze at this frozen moment in time. The men are bundled up in heavy coats and hats, bracing themselves against the unforgiving winter weather. Their determined expressions hint at both excitement and uncertainty as they prepare to embark on an arduous journey into uncharted territory. This photograph not only captures a significant chapter in Canadian history but also serves as a testament to human resilience and ambition. It reminds us of those who risked everything for a chance at striking it rich amidst challenging circumstances. Preserved within this private collection, this remarkable image offers us a glimpse into an era long gone by. It transports us back to an exhilarating time when dreams were pursued with unwavering determination against all odds—a timeless reminder of our enduring pursuit of prosperity and adventure.
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